Job Description
Join our mission to serve America's heroes! The Milwaukee VA Medical Center seeks an urgent hire Veterans Affairs Specialist to deliver exceptional support services to our veteran community. This critical role requires immediate placement to address growing service demands. You'll work in a dynamic, mission-driven environment with comprehensive federal benefits and career advancement opportunities.
Our facility prioritizes employee development through specialized training programs and leadership initiatives. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling options, and a supportive team culture dedicated to veteran care excellence. This position includes eligibility for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Responsibilities
- Process and adjudicate veterans' benefit claims with 95% accuracy rate
- Coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure seamless veteran care transitions
- Conduct eligibility assessments for federal and state veteran programs
- Develop individualized service plans for veterans facing complex needs
- Collaborate with community organizations to expand support networks
- Maintain strict compliance with federal VA regulations and HIPAA standards
- Provide crisis intervention for veterans in urgent situations
- Analyze program effectiveness and recommend service improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Social Work, or related field
- Minimum 2 years experience in veteran services or federal program administration
- Active security clearance eligibility or ability to obtain within 30 days
- Proficiency with VA-specific systems (VBMS, VBA) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Knowledge of federal regulations (38 CFR, PL 115-41)
- Certification in Veterans Service Officer (VSO) preferred
- Experience with veteran crisis intervention programs
- Ability to work flexible hours including occasional weekends